Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1996/10/30

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Subject: 50mm R lenses
From: John_McLeod@designlink.com (John McLeod)
Date: 30 Oct 1996 17:27:45 GMT
 
I am considering the purchase of either the 50 Summicron or Summilux R lens. 
While I know that the Summicron is much less expensive and outsells the
Summilux, I am not familiar with the overall optical performance of either. 
I am most interested in lens sharpness from f/2.0 to about f/8.0 and am
leaning toward the Summilux since I can use the speed, but will opt for the
Summicron if it is the better overall performer.

In addition, I understand that both of these lenses are now manufactured in
Germany and that the coatings are "new and improved" (better contrast, etc.).
 Any truth to this?  

John McLeod


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